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K-Series: Metric Components
Service Manual
This service manual includes installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for
Ampco Pump Company's K-Series with IEC frame motor. Failure to learn the correct
procedures for installing and servicing the pump from this manual could result in equipment
failure.
Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16
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- Page 1 This service manual includes installation, operation, and maintenance instructions for Ampco Pump Company’s K-Series with IEC frame motor. Failure to learn the correct procedures for installing and servicing the pump from this manual could result in equipment failure. Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 2 The foundation should be about 6 inches longer and wider than the pump base and have a depth of about 20 times the diameter of the foundation bolts. Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 3 (Note: Do not use a concentric reducer) • Suction piping must never have a smaller diameter than the pump suction opening. • When possible, horizontal suction piping should follow an even gradient. Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 4 • High points should be avoided in discharge piping as they can entrap air or gas and retard pump operation. • If liquid hammer might exist, such as when check valves are used, the discharge gate valve should be closed prior to pump shutdown. Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 5 Start Up Instructions 1. Set the suction line gate valve to full open and close the discharge line gate valve. 2. Fill the suction line and prime the pump. Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
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- Page 7 Figure 1: Motor Adapter Installation 3) Place the rear cover (5) into the adapter plate (4) and rotate clockwise to lock into place. Figure 2: Rear cover to Adapter Plate Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 8 Now, screw the impeller (6) onto the stub shaft (2) and tighten until fully seated. Ensure the impeller is flush with the shim and finally, tighten the shaft collar (3) to 15 ft-lbs. Figure 4. Setting Impeller Clearance Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 9 Make sure it is fully seated. Figure 5: Stationary Seal Seat Installation 7) Insert the impeller o-ring (13) into the stem of the impeller (6). Figure 6. Impeller O-ring Installation Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 10 (13) as required for smooth installation. Next, install the front cover (7). 10) The last step is to install the shaft guard (12) around the motor adapter (1). Figure 8. Install Front Cover and Shaft Guard Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
- Page 11 Description Qty. per pump Motor Adapter Stub Shaft Shaft Collar Adapter Plate Rear Cover Impeller Front Cover Seal: Stationary Seal: Rotating Seal: Spring Seal: Cup Shaft Guard Impeller O-ring Ampco Pumps Company K-Series Metric Maintenance Manual M-033 Rev A 11.16...
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